Welcome Note

I’m sure the first question that pops into your mind is – What is SWMOA?  SWMOA is the Southwest Membrane Operators Association – the newest affiliate of the American Membrane Technology Association dedicated to the Southwest United States region including, but not limited to, Arizona , California , Hawaii , and Nevada .

SWMOA is a membrane operators group that has been formed to provide membrane operators a forum to exchange information, share experiences and knowledge, obtain training and acquire continuing education credits necessary for Operator Certification requirements.  SWMOA is an organization that is for membrane operators, run by membrane operators and has been established to meet the technical needs of membrane operators.

The number of membrane based treatment plants is growing rapidly in the southwest.  With that growth there is a need for an organization dedicated to the education, training and networking of people involved in membrane technology.  SWMOA is dedicated to filling that need, with our focus on training membrane plant operators.  We also hope to be an information resource for elected officials, utility managers and the public who are using, or considering using, a membrane based treatment plant. 

SWMOA plans to offer technology transfer workshops, hands-on training, networking sessions and other valuable tools to members.  Sharing experiences and insights makes our industry stronger and our technology even more reliable.

Please consider becoming one of the charter members of this new organization today.  We look forward to your involvement and support!

Sincerely,

Mehul Patel
President

 

SWMOA NEWS
 
SWMOA UPCOMING EVENTS
SWMOA will hold one main training seminar each year, plans are underway for the February 2009 event. We are looking for interested speakers and topics for this event. If you are interested in being a speaker, or you have an idea for a relevant topic, please e-mail the Program Committee Chair, Scott McClelland at smcclelland@sweetwater.org. Please provide your contact information and a short biography for the Board's review and consideration.

SWMOA Annual Symposium - February 23-26, 2009
"How Low Can You Go?  Low Pressure Membrane Systems"
Costa Mesa, CA

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MEMBERSHIP
PUBLICATIONS/RESOURCES
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Quarterly newsletter

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MISSION STATEMENT

The SOUTHWEST MEMBRANE OPERATOR ASSOCIATION (SWMOA) formed in 2006 as an affiliate of the American Membrane Technology Association (AMTA). It is dedicated to the improvement of the quality of water supplies through desalting, reuse and other water sciences. The Corporation's members are concerned with design, research and development, equipment manufacture, operation and maintenance, environmental regulations and legislation.

The Corporation's objectives include promotion, both to the public and to elected officials, of available technologies that improve water quality; education, training and certification of plant operation personnel; communication within the membership; development of meaningful interface with regulatory agencies; technology transfer; and protection of the environment.

The Corporation is committed to the advancement of its objectives throughout the Southwest United States region including but not limited to Arizona, California, Hawaii, and Nevada within the limits of it's resources.

 

NATIONAL REPRESENTATION

As an affiliate organization to the AMTA, the Corporation affiliate shall strive to work together for the well being of both organizations. In addition, the Corporation shall not support other organizations or agencies activities that contradict with any AMTA or other affiliates events.

INFORMATION EXCHANGE

SWMOA membership provides access to the latest information on worldwide operating data, water research programs, water user needs, and manufacturers services. The Association will also publish a quarterly report for members. Timely information is provided including regulatory updates, upcoming seminars and operator training sessions, operator certification issues, and other association activities.

   
QUESTIONS OR COMMENTS
   

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